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Benefit levels in the UK
The UK’s benefits system has been dramatically weakened after harsh cuts since 2010. Over a decade of austerity, including benefit caps and freezes, a punitive sanctions regime and the introduction of the five-week wait for Universal Credit, has pushed working families into debt and poverty.
Anjum Klair - 24 May 2023
Consultation response
A replacement for Universal Credit
In this report we look at the issues with Universal Credit which form our critical opinion of the new system. We also highlight potential solutions within each area.
Anjum Klair - 06 Sep 2022
Policy proposal
Universal Credit and the impact of the five week wait for payment
The TUC argue the five week wait for the first payment of universal credit must be replaced immediately with non- repayable grants. This change must sit alongside a wider set of reforms to the social security system to provide decent support for all who need it.
Anjum Klair - 10 Nov 2020
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The government’s latest pensions gimmick is a dangerous distraction
The headline pension announcement in today’s Autumn Statement – that the government is exploring a ‘lifetime provider model’ to allow workers to choose their pension scheme instead of their employer – is a gimmick.
Jack Jones - 22 Nov 2023
No child left behind - Free school meals for all
With families under immense financial pressure, it is more important than ever to provide free school meals for every child. For many children, free school meals are their main source of hot and nutritious food.
Kate Bell - 29 Jun 2023
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